Now you wait your turn. One of her little hands is holding yours, the other holding a letter for Santa, listing all the toys she’s wishing for on Christmas morning. You’re about to make a magical Christmas memory – the stuff that Instagram dreams are made of.

Cue the tears.

Meeting Santa can be an overwhelming experience for everyone involved. While a perfect picture would be nice, things don’t always go as planned when you’re dealing with emotional tiny humans.

Jeff has seen his share of tears – and smiles! – through the years and has a few tips to help make the visit with Santa fun for everyone:

• Don't forget to talk with your kids about the magic of Christmas. This is a truly special season – share with them your traditions and excitement around the holidays.

• What to wear: Patterns, stripes and subtle colors look great. Also think about some fun holiday pajamas. Try and avoid solid white/bright/dark color shirts and shirts with words, characters or illustrations. But remember, no matter what your kids wear, they’re going to be adorable.

• Arrive early and introduce your kids to Santa from the sidelines. There’s a lot to take in, so give them time to warm up.

• If all else fails, break out the emergency lollipop you've been hiding in your back pocket.

• And finally, kids are unpredictable. Enjoy the moment.

The sweetest memories aren’t always made while wearing your Sunday best. Embrace the chaos, say cheese and treat everyone to a Peppermint Chocolate Chip Milkshake when it’s all over.

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